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LC08 ARZ

2008 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

98,781 mi
Last recorded98,781 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Volvo S4077,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 ARZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 98,781 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 98,780 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 91,432 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 83,036 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 78,624 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2020 78,624 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2019 71,215 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 71,215 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 64,605 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 59,143 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 51,075 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 44,667 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 38,517 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 30,964 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 25,160 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 19,013 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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LC08 ARZ is a 2008 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 77,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC08 ARZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo S40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC08 ARZ registered?

LC08 ARZ is a 2008 Volvo S40, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is LC08 ARZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 ARZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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